Germany

Shopping

Berlin may not be known as a shopper's paradise, but don't be
fooled; the German capital can give even the most seasoned of
power-shoppers a run for their money. There are plenty of
opportunities for shopping sprees, with goods ranging from
expensive designer merchandise to humble flea market wares and
everything in between. There are also some good antique
markets.

Luxury designer boutiques can be found lining the streets at the
west end of Kurfürstendamm and in Friedrichstrasse. All the
different shopping precincts have their own distinctive style and
the best boutiques are often tucked away in backstreets or quiet
courtyards.

The main shopping districts are the Kurfürstendamm,
Breitscheidplatz, and for some bargains, a quick stroll in the
Budapestststrasse and Tauenzienstrasse could prove worthwhile. One
of the trendiest shopping streets is the Schönhauser Allee,
which boasts countless independent shops offering the latest
fashion and young independent designer labels which can be snatched
up for a song.

Most major stores are open from about 9.30am to 8pm during the
week and between 9am and 4pm on Saturdays. Most stores are closed
on Sundays, except for small stores in the main train stations.

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